I would like to tile my laminate kitchen counters. Can this be done if using cement board anchored with screws? Will I encounter problems later?:help:

Big Bob

10-14-2008 06:48 AM

You could, Pros are: save time and a little money.

cons: If substrate for laminate is particle board it will swell when wet.
(this could cause problems you would regret)
You will be creating a non standard nosing size /trim challenge

javan

10-14-2008 07:50 AM

What if you used Kerdi or Ditra over the counter top? As for the Ditra, that would not be all that different than a typical floor install, except the material under the Ditra would have a laminate rather than wood. Or maybe you remove the layer of laminate. Thinking about how well the "mud" would adhere to laminate......

yesitsconcrete

10-17-2008 07:19 AM

we place expanded wire mesh stapled into the existing c-top,,, think its much better system.